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ARBO401 – Visual Assessments

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Module code
ARBO401
Module title
Visual Assessments
Prescription
The aim of this module is to develop student’s knowledge and competency in conducting visual tree assessments in arboriculture situations.
Programmes
  • SX1703
  • WB2676
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
3
Delivery method
  • Web-Supported
Learning hours
Total learning hours
30
Resources required
Teaching and Learning Strategy
As per Ako: Teaching and Learning Directions – Project-based learning; Flipped Classroom; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify symptoms of mechanical defects in a tree that requires further inspection.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of stress distribution and shape optimisation in trees.
Content
- Defects; branch inclusions, swelling associated with cavities, inward bark folds, branches under high stress points, bark indications of stress points.
- Identification and recording defects
- Identification and management of tree defect risks for climbing arborists
- Identification and management of tree defect risks for rigging operations
- Tree stress distribution
- Shape optimization in trees, (5 examples)
Assessment Criteria
Assessment in this module is mixed mode. Students must gain a minimum mark of 50% in the achievement-based assessments and meet all the requirements of the competency-based assessments including carrying out all tasks in a safe manner and to industry standard to be eligible for a final grade for this module. The final grade will be based on the marks from the achievement-based assessment tasks. Where there is no achievement based assessment involved, a competency pass will be given if competencies are satisfied.
Learning and Teaching Resource
- Tutorial notes, exercises and readings, flexible, blended learning focus to content and material, projects for project based learning.
- Interactive Moodle platform

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